Bob Simbson dies at 89

[vvvslaxman]

RIP.

[diga]

RIP... Oversaw Aussie ascent to the no-1 spot in the world.

He even conducted fielding drills and helped India in 1999 worldcup 

[diga]

From the vaults of sportstar ... Old columns of Bob simpson. nice read 

 

 

https://sportstar.thehindu.com/cricket/bob-simpson-death-tributes-column-sportstar-australia-cricket/article69941615.ece

[nevada]

Legend, was a key figure in bringing Australia back to the top tier when they were struggling due to key players' retirements and were in rebuilding phase.

[putrevus]

RIP.

 

He started the Aussie renaissance in 1986 tied test where he challenged Border to declare and setup India the target.He was okay to lose the test in pursuit of a win.

 

 

Edited August 21, 2025 by putrevus

[KV244]

RIP

[coffee_rules]

Also was a  Coach of Austrlia during 1987 winning world cup team and revived the great Australian team post the Chappell era. 

RIP.